Hairstyle Description: The use of false hair to achieve fantastic hairstyles were very prevalent in this era,and I would say she has at the least a couple of "topsies" (rats) in there to give it the full puff over her mane. She has a good sized "silk" flower arranged in her hair on one side, and several long ringlets falling from back- this is really more "evening" hairstyle.

Costume Description: A very stylish lady with very up to date jewelry. Her dress is not typical of a ball gown... with the finely striped fabric, real lace collar, and sharp construction (you can even see the piping). This is more likely a dress worn to a "musicale" or dinner party- where low gowns were not appropriate. She seems to have tossed a shawl over one shoulder.

Identification Marks on Photo

Type of Photo: Tintype, Size of image, 2" W X 3.25" H

Studio: None provided

Studio Location: None provided

Date: None provided

Other information: None provided

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